Readers will find a number of posts  in categories that are concerned how humans may sustain stable economies and cultures as the Earth grows more crowded, global environments grow more abused and suffer collapses, and resources become critical. One in particular may address the forum issue directly. See "Spirit-Driven Profit." The issue for this forum is to explore, imagine, or describe how humanity must change government, religion, and cultural bias in order to survive. Comments are welcome; responses are welcome; model solutions are welcome. This forum considers the subject of surviving intense changes to how we survive to be a serious subject. Your sincerity, best effort and decorum are appreciated. The first subject: Can personal profit be replaced with another form of economy? Thanks for your thoughts. No one else has an answer, either. Ancient Mariner